On the smart city journey, everyone goes at their own pace

At Smart Cities Week in Washington, DC, leaders said that progress varies by jurisdiction, while it is key to change the conversation around innovation inside government.

By Chris Teale • Oct. 8, 2018

Boston releases Vision Zero policy updates

City leaders noted progress in reducing traffic deaths — down to 14 in 2017, from 21 in 2016 — but say there's still plenty of work to be done.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 8, 2018

Atlanta passes massive transit expansion plan

The 17-project proposal will help extend the city's MARTA transit system into underserved areas, funded in part by a sales tax increase.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 8, 2018

Tesla touts Autopilot safety in first quarterly report

The car company says drivers using its semi-autonomous system experience a lower rate of accidents or “crash-like events” than those driving without Autopilot.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 8, 2018

Toyota and SoftBank to partner on mobility services

The pair hope to create a "safer and more comfortable mobility society” through ride-sharing, artificial intelligence, autonomy and big data.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 5, 2018

US DOT revises AV rules to no longer require human driver

The tweaked national guidance opens the door for automakers to test designs that do not need a person in control.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 5, 2018

Dockless Digest: Bird unveils delivery service, 'ruggedized' new fleet

Bird Zero promises a longer battery, wider and longer chassis and an integrated digital display with a speedometer and an improved GPS tracker.

By Chris Teale • Oct. 5, 2018

Targeting 1T annual trips worldwide, dockless companies see room to grow

Representatives of three dockless operators said on a conference call that U.S. cities still have not seen the full extent of the scooter- and bike-share invasion.

By Chris Teale • Oct. 5, 2018

Duke to install 530 EV chargers in Florida, study grid integration

Duke will focus EV charging infrastructure efforts on public spaces, making 10% of the installations in lower-income communities.

By Robert Walton • Oct. 5, 2018

New ride-share pilot program to launch in Los Angeles

The public-private microtransit program, dubbed FlexLA, will complement the city's existing transit system rather than compete with it.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 4, 2018

2018 Readiness Challenge winners reflect on their smart city journeys

Representatives from Cary, NC; Las Vegas; Birmingham, AL; Louisville, KY; Virginia and Puerto Rico all took the stage at Smart Cities Week to share how they have benefited from the program thus far. 

By Kristin Musulin • Oct. 4, 2018

Uber unveils first scooter fleet in Santa Monica, CA

This launch, which follows the company's recent commitment to more sustainable mobility options, further levels the playing field between Uber and its top rival, Lyft.

By Kristin Musulin • Oct. 4, 2018

Ford calls for shared language of self-driving cars

The automaker called for a universal signaling system for autonomous vehicles to communicate their intent to pedestrians, bikers and other drivers.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 4, 2018

Startup founded by Apple vets debuts advanced LiDAR for AVs

Aeva co-founder Mina Rezk wrote in a blog post that the technology will "play a big part in enabling autonomous vehicles to go mainstream."

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 3, 2018

Minneapolis releases final draft of 2040 comprehensive plan

The plan heavily addresses equity and the environment, but a drastic increase in housing density was a contentious topic.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 3, 2018

Why IoT is the key to autonomous transportation on a massive urban scale

Internet-connected sensors in phones, in vehicles, on roads and in buildings will transform how travelers interact with vehicles and how they move and live in the world's urban centers.

By Michael Cottle • Oct. 2, 2018

Google Maps adds real-time commute information

The update will allow users to plan more efficient and less stressful journeys, the company said, including details about potential delays and alternate routes.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 2, 2018

Grand Rapids, MI to test autonomous shuttle fleet

May Mobility will deploy a fleet of its six-seat autonomous shuttles on one of the city's existing bus routes through its downtown core.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 2, 2018

San Diego holds 'Free Ride Day' to promote transit

Fixed-route bus, rail, light rail and trolley trips are free for everyone today, while Uber and Lyft are joining in with discounted rides to and from stations.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 2, 2018

NTSB: Improved car design, infrastructure, data use could prevent pedestrian deaths

The National Transportation Safety Board offered a number of suggestions for improving pedestrian safety following a year-long investigation.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 1, 2018

US Census Bureau: Americans' commute times increased; transit ridership dropped

Data from 2017 shows more commuters are driving, and a shift in where people work is affecting commutes.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 1, 2018

Autonomous shuttle challenge launches in Phoenix and Sacramento, CA

Interested groups in the two metro regions can pitch test cases for receiving a fleet of Olli electric shuttles, with the winners getting a three-month test period.

By Katie Pyzyk • Sept. 28, 2018

Dockless Digest: Safety advocates protest after scooter rider killed in DC

Carlos Sanchez-Martin, 20, was riding a Lime scooter when he was reportedly hit and dragged about 20 yards by an SUV and pinned underneath it.

By Chris Teale • Sept. 28, 2018

Uber announces $10M commitment to urban sustainability

In a blog post, CEO Dara Khosrowshahi detailed the company's growing commitments to climate efforts, congestion reduction, shared data and multimodal transportation.

By Kristin Musulin • Sept. 27, 2018

Lyft expands 'Ditch Your Car' promotion nationwide

The company will offer credit to its Lyft Shared service, Zipcar, public transit and bike-share in more than 35 cities to subscribers who go carless for a month.

By Jason Plautz • Sept. 27, 2018